Under the Radar: Players Quietly Having Huge Seasons

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Some of Colorado's most impressive performances this fall are coming from players who aren't always getting the recognition they deserve. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These athletes have been putting up big numbers, making major contributions to their teams, and proving they can compete at a high level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From dominant offensive threats to versatile all around players, these are some of the under the radar standouts quietly putting together huge seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["932046"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad8fdf6e1c98"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Paige Michaelson is a young player who continues to compete well beyond her years, and her numbers this fall speak for themselves. Michaelson is averaging an impressive 4.2 kills per set while hitting .321, adding 42 service aces, 135 digs, and 135 reception attempts on the season. She has taken on a major role for Resurrection Christian, contributing in nearly every area of the game and proving to be one of the team's most reliable all around players. Michaelson brings consistency and a strong offensive presence to the court, making her a key piece of Resurrection Christian's impressive winning streak this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["810966"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad8fdf6e1cff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Anna Collins is putting together an impressive fall season for St. Mary's, leading her team with 3.5 kills per set while hitting .239 and adding 10 total blocks so far. Collins has established herself as one of the core pieces of this team's success, consistently producing big numbers from the middle blocker position. She brings a strong offensive presence to the net and has proven to be a reliable scoring option when her team needs her most. Collins remains uncommitted, but her production and potential make her an exciting prospect who could compete at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1020347"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad8fdf6e1d54"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Skyelyn Lefever recently announced her commitment to MSU Denver, and she is putting together an impressive senior season for Eaton. Lefever has been the driving force behind Eaton's offense, recording 423 assists while adding 42 service aces so far this fall. She brings excellent court awareness, consistency, and strong decision making to the setting position, consistently putting her hitters in a great position to score. Lefever has established herself as one of the top setters in the state, showing her ability to run one of the most efficient offenses in 3A. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1009895"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad8fdf6e1da6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Anika Pearson is putting together a standout junior season for Eaton, making a major impact in multiple areas of the game. Pearson currently leads her team in kills per set with 2.4 while hitting an impressive .200 on the season. She brings consistency and versatility to both the front row and back row, making her a valuable all around player for this Eaton squad. Pearson has continued to elevate her game each season, showing improvements in her offensive production and overall court presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1015222"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ad8fdf6e1dec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ella Wilson is putting together one of the most impressive high school seasons this fall, hitting an outstanding .303 while recording 60 blocks so far. The Idaho State commit has been a dominant presence at the net for Fossil Ridge, bringing consistency and confidence to the court. Wilson plays with great composure and has established herself as a go to offensive threat, especially when her team is looking to score out of serve receive. Her ability to produce at a high level on both sides of the ball makes her a valuable piece of this Fossil Ridge lineup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->